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Woman warns Ontario drivers after getting caught up in licence plate cloning scam

An Ontario woman was surprised to find out her licence plate was duplicated by another driver after multiple Highway 407 bills landed in her mailbox.

The car tolled on Highway 407 (left) compared to Obioma Dike's car (right).

15-year-old boy found safe, Ontario police seek 2 other missing children

Ontario police say a 15-year-old boy reported missing has been located safe, but officers are still investigating the whereabouts of two other children from the Muskoka area.

Missing children, Winter, 12, and Summer, 7, last seen in Wahta Mohawk Territory on Mon., June 5, 2023. (Supplied)

Northern Ont. wildfire update, highway closure expanded

The number of active wildfires in northern Ontario has grown, but more of them are under control as the fight continues. Here is what you need to know.

MNRF fire crews are working with local firefighters to suppress the wildfires. (Supplied)

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Ottawa girl set to become the youngest university graduate in Canadian history

Anthaea-Grace Patricia Dennis is not your typical 12-year-old. She is a child prodigy who's about to become the youngest Canadian to ever graduate from university.
North Bay conservation officer named top in Ontario for 2023

A North Bay conservation officer has been recognized as Ontario’s conservation officer of the year.

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Sudbury

Northern Ont. wildfire update, highway closure expanded

The number of active wildfires in northern Ontario has grown, but more of them are under control as the fight continues. Here is what you need to know.

Speakeasy offers unique nightlife experience in Sudbury

A speakeasy is gaining popularity in Sudbury. It's called the Night Owl and it’s owned by the same people behind the coffee shop Books and Beans.

Drinking water advisory issued for parts of Greater Sudbury

A drop in water pressure because of a broken watermain prompted Public Health Sudbury & Districts to issue a drinking water advisory Thursday afternoon.

Pedestrian seriously hurt following collision with vehicle in Sudbury

One person is in hospital with serious injuries following a collision Thursday morning in Sudbury.

More details released on Laurentian U’s plan to sell land worth $53.5M to the province

On Thursday, Laurentian University gave an update on a plan to sell $53.5 million of its real estate to the province, money that is being used to pay off creditors.

North Bay

Northern Ont. wildfire update, highway closure expanded

The number of active wildfires in northern Ontario has grown, but more of them are under control as the fight continues. Here is what you need to know.

Poor air quality forces cancellation of surgeries at Temiskaming Hospital

The Temiskaming Hospital says poor air quality caused by forest fires has led to the cancellation of all surgeries and obstetrical procedures scheduled for Friday.

North Bay conservation officer named top in Ontario for 2023

A North Bay conservation officer has been recognized as Ontario’s conservation officer of the year.

Another northern Ont. resident charged for illegal backyard fire, 5th in one week

A fifth person in northern Ontario has been charged in less than a week for having a campfire during the fire ban.

Settlements end $100M class action lawsuit by alleged Manitoulin Island abuse survivors

A $100 million class action lawsuit launched on behalf of alleged victims of sexual abuse by Catholic clergy on Manitoulin Island has been abandoned after the victims reached individual settlements with the church.

Sault Ste. Marie

Northern Ont. wildfire update, highway closure expanded

The number of active wildfires in northern Ontario has grown, but more of them are under control as the fight continues. Here is what you need to know.

Station Mall owners in the Sault quiet about their future plans

The owners of Station Mall in Sault Ste. Marie are keeping tight-lipped about their plans for the former Sears store.

Collision closes Hwy. 17 in Iron Bridge

Ontario Provincial Police said Thursday that a collision has closed all lanes on Highway 17 in Iron Bridge

Sault building owner fined $95K for fire code violations

The owner of a multi-residential building in Sault Ste. Marie was fined $95,000 on June 7 and put on probation for a year for fire code offences.

Another northern Ont. resident charged for illegal backyard fire, 5th in one week

A fifth person in northern Ontario has been charged in less than a week for having a campfire during the fire ban.

Timmins

Northern Ont. wildfire update, highway closure expanded

The number of active wildfires in northern Ontario has grown, but more of them are under control as the fight continues. Here is what you need to know.

Another northern Ont. resident charged for illegal backyard fire, 5th in one week

A fifth person in northern Ontario has been charged in less than a week for having a campfire during the fire ban.

Settlements end $100M class action lawsuit by alleged Manitoulin Island abuse survivors

Wildfire evacuation order west of Sudbury, Ont., expands, highway closed

A wildfire west of Sudbury, Ont., has quadrupled in size prompting evacuation orders to be expanded and one highway to close.

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The 30th annual Canadian Mining Expo is underway in Timmins.

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Social media helps invent, then circulate info on DIY air purifiers amid wildfire smoke

Social media users are sharing a surprisingly effective way to protect yourself indoors from the toxic wildfire smoke blanketing much of the East Coast: a box fan, four air filters and a whole lot of duct tape.

A Corsi-Rosenthal air purifier built by Liz Hradil is seen at her home in Syracuse, N.Y. after the wildfire smoke covered much of New York Wednesday, June 7, 2023. The method involves taping four air filters together with a box fan. Experts say the DIY method is highly effective against filtering air indoors against wildfire smoke. (Liz Hradil via AP)

From hoses and shovels to water bombers: how wildfires are being fought across Canada

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In this youth baseball league, fans who mistreat umpires are sentenced to do the job themselves

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VIDEO | 'Hate and discrimination have no place in any TVDSB schools': Investigation underway after pride flag torn down

Students at Sir Frederick Banting Secondary School in London, Ont. are being investigated after a video was posted online showing students tearing down a LGBTQ2S+ pride flag.

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Smoky air causes spike in sale of air purifiers in Ontario

As Toronto recorded some of the worst air quality readings in the world this week, many people decided to go to home improvement stores to purchase air purifiers to help them breathe easier.

Residual smoke from wildfires in northern Ontario and Quebec is seen in the sky above Toronto on June 7, 2023.

Woman warns Ontario drivers after getting caught up in licence plate cloning scam

An Ontario woman was surprised to find out her licence plate was duplicated by another driver after multiple Highway 407 bills landed in her mailbox.

Toronto woman 'horrified' after losing $95,000 to romance scam

Romance scams have always been around, but they got worse during the pandemic, and fraudsters continue to use social media and dating sites to find victims.

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Ottawa girl set to become the youngest university graduate in Canadian history

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